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Summer of Moths
Summer seems to have finally arrived and while millions of Brits flock to the coast for sun, sand and sea stay-cations due to covid, Tineola Bisselliella more commonly known as the clothes moth are out and about in force as well. The warm weather could very well see an in increase in these moths as […]
Moths in the Cupboard
Moths like to make their home in dark, humid spaces in your house. This includes inside cupboards, wardrobes and most will not notice they have moths until the find holes in their clothing. There are both ways to get rid and deter any future invaders. If moths are chewing on people’s clothing, then they also […]
Dorking Trees to be Treated due to Hazardous Moth Infestation
In Moley Valley forest a group of oak trees will have to be treated for the tree pest, Oak Processionary moth. A spokesperson for Forestry England says that contractors will tend to the trees in Coldharbour Wood, near Dorking, Surrey, to remove the caterpillars that can cause itchy rashes, eye and throat irritations. The caterpillars […]
Revenge of the Clothes Moths
When one lady moved into her new home, she believed buying wool carpets, though an expensive choice at first would save her money in the long run. But when the moths moved in it was not long before the larvae began eating away at the fibres and leaving her carpets threadbare and with huge holes […]
The insects found in cupboards and pantries
An infestation of panty pests can be overwhelming; however, it is important to remember that the treatment is very simple and can be accomplished without the professionals. The main indications of an infestation in your pantry are webbing on the food itself, or dust appearing on shelves and holes in the packaging. The food items […]
The fight against moths in a L.A Museum
Fuelled by the first Californian lockdown in March 2020 which saw all museums and galleries close overnight for a prolonged period, an infestation was left to fester and multiply in the Getty Museum in Brentwood, California. The quiet and dark areas made the perfect breeding ground for insects and the vast quantities of antique fabrics […]
What we can learn from cannibalistic moths
The diet of a food moth consists mainly of cereals, pasta, rice and other dried foods; however, it is little known that they are sometimes cannibals and do not hesitate to eat one another, even their relatives. This behaviour isn’t uncommon amongst the Indian meal moth when there isn’t enough food and despite it being […]
The hunt for volunteers to record the moth population in Cumbria
In Cumbria, volunteers are required to help record the fluctuations and varieties of moths in Cumbria with Cumbria Wildlife Trust. It is launching a virtual study where a spokesperson has stated “To make your sightings count, we will teach you how to upload them onto the Cumbria Biodiversity Data Centre database” “Your information will contribute […]
What to do if you think you have a clothes moth infestation
If you notice tiny holes inside your clothes or other fabrics, there could be clothes moths living in your wardrobe or drawers. Whilst this can seem like a daunting task at first, it is important to know that there are products available which will work in conjunction to rid your property of these pests and […]
A Moth Infestation at an English Mansion is Being Treated with the Help of Microscopic Wasps
The birthplace of Anne Boleyn, Blickling Hall in Norfolk, is suffering from an established moth infestation. The National Trust has decided to introduce tiny wasps to the situation in an attempt to combat the moths. The moths have been targeting rugs and other precious artifacts in the property with the issue spiraling recently due to […]